Boardwalk Chili Cook-Off
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It's the sizzling showdown you've been waiting for! Professional and amateur chefs put their best recipes to the test in an epic battle for the title of Best Chili. Come hungry and experience the flavor-packed fun! 🌶️
Event happens rain or shine
COOK-OFF SCHEDULE
9am-10am Chef's prep (no heat)
10am-1pm Chili cook time
10am Tasting Kits go on sale
1pm Public tasting begins
4pm Winners announced at the Colonnade stage
🥄 Try Some Chili!
Boardwalk admission is free! Just purchase a Tasting Kit to sample chili from dozens of competitors. Tasting Kits are $15 each and include eight (8) taste tickets, spoon, cup, and a People’s Choice ballot. Purchase your tasting kit(s) onsite at any ticket booth.
Portion of Proceeds
A portion of proceeds from each tasting kit sold will benefit the Youth Resource Bank of Santa Cruz County, an all-volunteer nonprofit that helps meet the needs of vulnerable children and youth. Since 1988, YRB has provided essentials such as backpacks, school supplies, clothing, and sports equipment through partnerships with local social workers, teachers, and public health professionals.
✅ Enter your team today: bit.ly/Chili-Cook-Off-fb
Awards include plaques, cash prizes, and bragging rights!
Registration Deadline: Oct 12, 2026 or until full
Event happens rain or shine
COOK-OFF SCHEDULE
9am-10am Chef's prep (no heat)
10am-1pm Chili cook time
10am Tasting Kits go on sale
1pm Public tasting begins
4pm Winners announced at the Colonnade stage
🥄 Try Some Chili!
Boardwalk admission is free! Just purchase a Tasting Kit to sample chili from dozens of competitors. Tasting Kits are $15 each and include eight (8) taste tickets, spoon, cup, and a People’s Choice ballot. Purchase your tasting kit(s) onsite at any ticket booth.
Portion of Proceeds
A portion of proceeds from each tasting kit sold will benefit the Youth Resource Bank of Santa Cruz County, an all-volunteer nonprofit that helps meet the needs of vulnerable children and youth. Since 1988, YRB has provided essentials such as backpacks, school supplies, clothing, and sports equipment through partnerships with local social workers, teachers, and public health professionals.
✅ Enter your team today: bit.ly/Chili-Cook-Off-fb
Awards include plaques, cash prizes, and bragging rights!
Registration Deadline: Oct 12, 2026 or until full
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Where is it happening?
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz, United States
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Host or PublisherSanta Cruz Beach Boardwalk
